Death of Captain Arthur Barnes Ends Wilson Legend of a Loyal Servant
The death of Captain Arthur Barnes at 62 shocks Wilson County and Washington associates. A longtime Sergeant at Arms of the U.S. Senate since 1878, Barnes died likely of heart trouble after retiring in his hotel room in Washington. Ex-Senator Ransom attended, and Masons led funeral rites at Maplewood Baptist Church with a large gathering and a burial beside his late wife. Barnes leaves three daughters and had been a trusted Democratic party ally and Confederate veteran.
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Moon Eclipse Delights Observers Saturday Night
The partial moon eclipse drew keen interest as observers watched from eight o clock to 430 PM. Clear skies allowed a steady view as the moon shifted from silver to red and back through the shadow.
Lieut Brumby Dies After Manila Bay Service
Lieut Thomas M Brumby once Dewey s flag lieutenant died at Garthcia Hospital at 6 pm from typhoid fever. Surrounded by family and Drs Nesbitt and Rixer, Admiral Dewey was present shortly before death. Brumby born in Marietta Ga in 1855 and Naval Academy graduate. mother remains in Marietta.
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London Market Tone Improves as War Fears Rise
London stocks opened with a better tone on government readiness but the prospect of a long war and high money costs saw consolidated stocks fall below par for the first time in five years, dipping to nine, nine and seven eighths.
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Boers See Gains as War Worsens for England
The article notes growing Boer successes in ongoing fighting and warns Britain must deploy more troops and wage a tougher war to win. It predicts the conflict will remain bloody and extended as English forces struggle to match Boer resistance.
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Thomason's Cin a Palace Dubbed Money Saver Spot
Crowded store expects a strong rush next week as locals learn Thomason's Ciina Palace offers savings. Shoppers seek bargains and flock to the retailer promising value.
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